Horizone Roundtable

Bryan Black (@353jerseysforhope) joins Bob and Jimmy to talk about his journey to collect jerseys from every Division I school to promote positivity and raise awareness about epilepsy. Naturally, they make a request to get Bryan the jerseys from the Horizon League schools he’s missing, Wright State and IUPUI. They also get into discussing, among other things, the worst Halloween treats to give out, life in Oregon (where Bryan lives) and…Peoria, Illinois? The origins of Jerseys for Hope Horizon League school left on the list The journey post-jerseys Basketball scheduling and potential west coast Horizon League trips The worst treats to give out at Halloween. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

With the NBA Draft done and the Summer League in full swing, who better to talk about former Horizon League players on Summer League rosters than Detroit Mercy legend and founder of sportstalk2319.com, Rashad Phillips (@RP3natural), Bob and Jimmy also talked to Phillips about the current state of the conference and which current players will stand out. Topics The origins of sportstalk2319.com and the Yoda nickname Kendrick Nunn’s performance with the Warriors so far during the Summer League Dikembe Dixson’s future as a pro The current state of the Horizon League and its players. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Detroit Mercy has finally hired a new head coach in Mike Davis. So, naturally, Bob and Jimmy are talking about it with Karic Jones (@Karic_Jones). They discuss what Davis brings to the table for the Titans. Plus, they talk about who may or may not be on the roster when the season kicks off. Topics: Mike Davis has been hired. Where does he start? The timetable for Detroit Mercy to progress under Davis The status of Texas Southern guard Demontrae Jefferson (Does he join David at UDM?) A rekindling of the Detroit Mercy-Oakland rivalry? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

In this episode, Bob and Jimmy recap Bob’s interview with Cleveland State head coach Dennis Felton. Also, with the spring signing period over, they discuss how the league currently shakes out. And has it’s been since Bacari Alexander was fired, Detroit Mercy is still looking for a head coach. And the latest name is former Indiana and UAB coach and current Texas Southern coach Mike Davis. Topics: Recap of the Dennis Felton interview Assessing the Horizon League after the end of the spring signing period. Is Mike Davis the answer for Detroit Mercy? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

In this episode, Bob has a conversation with Cleveland State men’s basketball coach Dennis Felton (@CoachDFelton). They discuss a number of topics related to CSU, including the incoming recruiting class, as well as the nucleus of Kash Thomas, Tyree Appleby, Stefan Kenic and DePaul transfer Algevon Eichelberger. There is also a conversation about the surprising Viking run at Motor City Madness and how it will impact next season. Plus, no talk with Coach Felton can be complete without touching on George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic. Topics: Cleveland State’s incoming class. The leadership role of Kash Thomas, Tyree Appleby and Stefan Kenic on this young CSU roster. The planned summer trip to Europe. Fan interest in Cleveland State post-Motor City Madness. The origins of Coach Felton’s love of Parliament Funkadelic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Bob (@BobMcDonald) is hosting the podcast by himself this week, but that’s not to say that there isn’t plenty to talk about. Detroit Mercy may finally be hiring a head coach, and Bob breaks down the potential candidates. Also, with departing seniors and now Isaiah Brock transferring, where does that leave Oakland? Finally, with the spring signing period closing out, what does Dennis Felton, who has four scholarships left at Cleveland State, have up his sleeve?  Topics: Who does Detroit Mercy choose as the head coach? Isaiah Brock transfers to Grand Valley State Cleveland State with four scholarships still. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Chris Schutte (@ChrisSchutte3) from Mid-Major Madness (@mid_madness) joined Bob (@BobMcDonald) and Jimmy (@PantherU) for this episode to talk about the current state of the Horizon League and how, in spite of a lot of early concerns, IUPUI has fit in quite nicely. Also in the episode, Jimmy talks about the recent spate of transfers from Milwaukee. And, as it’s been the case for about a month, there’s been no movement on the Detroit Mercy coaching front. Topics: Milwaukee has three starters transfer. What’s going on? IUPUI has made the transition from the Summit League to the Horizon League Detroit Mercy still doesn’t have a coach. The inevitable coaching changes that will happen in the conference. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Bob and Jimmy (and, briefly, Bob’s dog Harry) welcome Matthew Johns (@M_Johns12) and Sean McDonnell (@bigmacsnackwrap) from The Reserve News (@TheReserveMedia) and Jesse Kramer, the founder of the Catch and Shoot (@Catch_N_Shoot). The discussion focused first on the origins of the two sites, where The Reserve has grown into the premier venue for Cleveland State coverage, while the Catch and Shoot have focused on Chicago hoops, including UIC. Also in this episode, there was a talk about the evolution of who we look at transfers, as well as the emergence of the G-League and Lavar Ball’s Junior Basketball Association as pro options. Topics: The Origins of The Reserve and The Catch and Shoot What the future holds for both sites The impact that the swell of transfers in recent years has had on the Horizon League New options to play professionally, and if mid-majors, particularly the HL, will be affected. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anch

Bob McDonald (@bobmcdonald) and Jimmy Lemke (@PantherU) welcome Jack Talley (@jack_talley21), one of the co-founders of the Valhalla Vanguard Twitter account (@NKUValhalla). The discussion includes how the Vanguard was started and how it has grown to include a new podcast. This leads to a bigger talk about the benefits of students building the fan base on their own. And Bob and Jimmy announce the creation of the HoriZone Roundtable – @HoriZoneRT. Topics: Announcing the new HoriZone Roundtable Twitter account. Origins of Valhalla Vanguard and the new podcast. The state of building an organic student fanbase (and some of the interesting interactions). Gauging Northern Kentucky’s future. More expansion (or more to the point, on-expansion) talk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

For the first time on the HoriZone Roundtable, fans from each Horizon League school (expect IUPUI, though not for lack of trying) are on hand to discuss the state of the conference. Also, there’s a pretty good chance there will be a bit of trash-talking going on. And since Jimmy is out, it’s all up to Bob (@bobmcdonald) to hold court. How well that’s gone is anyone’s guess. The fans participating include: Karic Jones, Detroit Mercy (@Karic_Jones) Brian Dickmann, Green Bay (@BrianDickmann) Chad Knodl, Milwaukee (@MKE_Agitator) Chris Hart, Northern Kentucky (@chrishart1992) Matt Dudek, Oakland (@GrizzTalkOU) Olyer Anderson, UIC (@Flamesmania) Ricky Redinger, Wright State (@R_Redinger4) Topics, Part 2: What to make of IUPUI Expansion (or lack thereof), and its effects beyond basketball. Potential expansion targets (if any) Will the Horizon League be better next year? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/suppo

For the first time on the HoriZone Roundtable, fans from each Horizon League school (expect IUPUI, though not for lack of trying) are on hand to discuss the state of the conference. Also, there’s a pretty good chance there will be a bit of trash-talking going on. And since Jimmy is out, it’s all up to Bob (@bobmcdonald) to hold court. How well that’s gone is anyone’s guess. The fans participating include: Jon Durda, Cleveland State (@pronkville08) Karic Jones, Detroit Mercy (@Karic_Jones) Brian Dickmann, Green Bay (@BrianDickmann) Chad Knodl, Milwaukee (@MKE_Agitator) Chris Hart, Northern Kentucky (@chrishart1992) Matt Dudek, Oakland (@GrizzTalkOU) Olyer Anderson, UIC (@Flamesmania) Ricky Redinger, Wright State (@R_Redinger4) Topics, Part 1: Where does Detroit Mercy go post-Bacari Alexander? Motor City Madness – Dead or alive? John Brannen and Scott Nagy – Head coaching targets? UIC’s future without Dikembe Dixson Fan interaction with players on social media? --- Send in a voice

Bob McDonald (@bobmcdonald) and Jimmy Lemke (@PantherU) have returned after a long absence to bring back the Roundtable. And they’re picking up where they left off, discussing Horizon League basketball. Well, it’s almost all Horizon League basketball, with a little of former conference member Loyola-Chicago making the Final Four mixed in. Topics: Loyola-Chicago’s Final Four run and how the Horizon League, its former conference, stacks up. Dikembe Dixson leaves UIC, and what that means for the Flames. Jimmy talking about the transitive property theory, as it relates to Loyola and Milwaukee Detroit Mercy is a wreck. IUPUI has arrived, and the bottom half of the HL made fans look like fools. Youngstown State cleans house. Where does the Horizon League go from here? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Jimmy is out, so Bob (@BobMcDonald) has brought along Phil Daniels (@HLGA2019) and Jon Durda (@pronkville08) on board. And they’re talking about the down week the Horizon League experienced. That includes a near-disaster for Cleveland State against UT-Martin and a three-game slide by Youngstown State. Also, they discuss the rise of Isaiah Brock, the Oakland freshman and Army vet who will be making his way to the starting roster against Nevada. Topics: Youngstown State goes from a win against Akron to losing three straight Cleveland State is a tale of two teams Isaiah Brock’s ascent to the starting roster --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

College basketball has officially returned, and all of the Horizon League teams are back in action. Bob and Jimmy talk about a few of the notable games, including a surprise win by Youngstown State over Akron. They also discuss Scott Nagy’s debut win with Wright State. Plus, with several non-Division I games on the schedule, what is the basis of their appeal? Topics: The NEO Coaches vs. Cancer Classic Games Scott Nagy’s Debut Win vs. Southern Illinois Non-Division I Schools and Scheduling --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Bob and Jimmy welcome Karic Jones from Campus Pressbox this week. And they have to talk about Detroit Mercy’s preseason loss to non-Division I for Wayne State. Also, Dikembe Dixson is good, and UIC is a threat this season. Finally, they tackle the importance of being well in the non-conference slate, as well as the potential departure of Green Bay athletic director Mary Ellen Gillespie. Topics: Detroit Mercy Loses to Wayne State Dikembe Dixson’s Preseason Performance The Horizon League and the Non-Conference Schedule Mary Ellen Gillespe’s Potential Departure from Green Bay --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Bob (@BobMcDonald) and Jimmy (@PantherU) welcome Paul Oren (@NWIOren) from the Times of Northwest Indiana to the show. First, there’s the discussion about the Horizon League’s decision to cancel Media. Plus, Valpo is the favorite to win the conference, but how much pressure is on Alec Peters. Finally, with all the coaching changes, who will excel and who will struggle? Topics: Horizon League Media Day Alec Peters, Valparaiso and High Expectations Remembering Joel Cornette Coaching Changes Around the Horizon League Who is on the Coaching Hot Seat? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Just a little something to break up the monotony of the off-season, Bob and Jimmy come back for this special summer episode. Alec Peters is staying at Valpo, and we’ll talk about how that affects the conference race. Plus, there’s more on the ongoing Milwaukee dramas playing out. And, of course, there’s the emergence of…Evil Gary Waters??? Topics: Alec Peters Stays at Valparaiso Milwaukee AD Amanda Braun Blocked Jimmy on Twitter (Among other things) Evil Gary Waters??? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

It’s the final episode of the season, and yet, there’s still plenty to talk about. Bob (@BobMcDonald) and Jimmy (@PantherU) discuss Wright State’s hiring of Scott Nagy and Milwaukee’s choice of LaVall Jordan. And, of course, there’s the departure of Bryce Drew at Valpo. And Bob and Jimmy can’t leave without saying goodbye to the season. Topics: Scott Nagy takes over at Wright State Milwaukee chooses LaVall Jordan Bryce Drew leave Valpo, and the Crusaders hire from within A farewell to the season from Bob and Jimmy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

Valpo is heading to Madison Square Garden, and Bob (@BobMcDonald) and Jimmy (@PantherU) talk about the prospects of a Crusader NIT crown. Also, Oakland is taking part in the inaugural Vegas 16. Plus there’s an update on the Wright State vacancy. And, of course, Jimmy brings everyone up to speed on the ongoing Milwaukee saga. Topics: Valparaiso Makes the NIT Semifinals Oakland’s Back in Action at the Vegas 16 Wright State’s Coaching Search Continues The Ongoing Drama at Milwaukee --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support

As the NCAA Tournament goes on, the Horizon League is having an eventful post-season of its own. And it goes beyond Valparaiso’s NCAA snub and Green Bay’s first-round exit. Wright State and Milwaukee have fired their coaches. This has left Bob (@BobMcDonald) and Jimmy (@PantherU) left to wonder what two 20-game winning coaches did to deserve that. Topics: Billy Donlon is out at Wright State, and AD Bob Grant is blocking people on Twitter Milwaukee fires Rob Jeter The sorted history of Milwaukee ADs since 2008 The uncertain state of the Horizon League post-firings --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/horizonert/support